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06/04/2013

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As Tom Lehrer celebrates his 85th birthday, we celebrate his witty and influential songs.

Tom Lehrer is 85 on 9 April 2013. Ellin Stein presents a celebration in which Lehrer, who rarely speaks in public, reflects on the songs that made him a world famous comedy name.

Tom Lehrer turns 85 on April 9th 2013. He rarely speaks in public but, as we celebrate his birthday, he reflects on the songs that made him a world famous comedy name.

Featuring songs such as The Vatican Rag, Poisoning Pigeons in the Park and Be Prepared, together with contributions from Cameron Mackintosh, Harry Shearer, Randy Newman and Stephen Sondheim.

Presented by Ellin Stein and Produced by Clive Brill.
A Pacificus production for BBC Radio 4.

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